Taking Steps in Red for FASD Awareness Day
On September 9, our community came together to take Steps in Red and raise awareness for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
Staff, volunteers, community members, families and supporters joined us for the FASD Awareness Day – Steps in Red Walk, turning every lap into a visible show of support for individuals and families impacted by FASD.
And those steps added up.
Together, we walked an incredible 67.521 kilometres for FASD awareness.
The day was about much more than reaching a kilometre goal. It was an opportunity to start conversations, build understanding and help make FASD more visible in our community. Every person who joined the walk, volunteered, helped organize the event or supported it behind the scenes played a part in making that happen.
The event also caught the attention of the Williams Lake Tribune, after a reporter spotted one of our event posters and came out to learn more. We appreciate everyone who took the time to speak with her and share why FASD awareness and community support matter.
You can read the Tribune’s coverage of the event here: Williams Lake walks to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Looking Ahead
We are excited to see the Steps in Red Walk continue to grow.
After reaching more than 67 kilometres together this year, we already have our next challenge in sight:
80 kilometres in 2027.
Thank you to everyone who walked, volunteered, shared information, helped prepare for the day or simply stopped to learn more. Awareness grows one conversation — and one step — at a time.
Until next year, keep taking Steps in Red.
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